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Our Student Computing Center (SCC) facilities are open to all currently registered PCC students. They are located on the Cascade, Rock Creek, Southeast, and Sylvania Campuses. Software applications include Internet browsers, word processing software, desktop publishing, spreadsheets, databases, web page authoring, presentations, and programming languages.

All PCC students registered for the current term are able to log into SCC stations using their normal username and password. Please note, do not enter the “@pcc.edu” as part of your login.

If you need help while using the SCC, Lab Assistants and Lab Coordinators are available to assist you with the basics in applications such as Word and Excel. If you require training or tutoring on Office applications that goes beyond the basics, please seek assistance from Panther Tracks. If you need assistance with device acquisitions, finding affordable internet service, building technical skills, or limited application support, please see our Digital Navigators.

Students interested in student employment as a Lab Assistant can view the job description here.

Software on all SCC computers

7-Zip, Adobe Acrobat Reader, Freedom Scientific Fusion (JAWS and ZoomText), Google Chrome, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint), Natural Reader, Read and Write, and VLC Media Player

Student Computing Center hours

PCC’s Student Computing Center hours are the same as our Library open hours. The Rock Creek Student Computing Center (SCC) is in a temporary location and does not reflect the library’s hours. For Rock Creek SCC current hours, please click on their expandable section above.

What technology do you need to succeed at PCC?

Get answers here! Read Tech @ PCC or come in and see us!

Accessibility features

Each campus maintains an inventory of accessibility equipment:

• Hardware may include adjustable desk heights to accommodate wheelchairs, large screen monitors, headphones with mics, ergonomic chairs, keyboards, and mice.
  • Adjustable desks are equipped with electric motors that allow the height to be adjusted with the push of a button.
  • Ergonomic chairs are tailored to fit the natural curvature of the spine, support proper posture, and adapt to the user’s movements.
  • Large screen monitors are computer displays that have significantly larger screen sizes compared to standard monitors.
  • DaVinci Enhanced Vision workstations which provide a desktop magnification camera and display, along with full-page text-to-speech (OCR) software.
    • User Manual
    • Quick Start Guide
• Software may include audible software, which speaks to the user as the mouse is scrolled over text, and text enlargement software.
  • Freedom Scientific Fusion is screen reader software designed to aid individuals with vision impairments. Fusion combines two programs, JAWS (Job Access With Speech) and ZoomText, to provide a comprehensive suite of tools for screen reading, screen magnification, and visual enhancements.
  • Natural Reader is a text-to-speech software designed to convert written text into spoken words and is helpful for individuals who have difficulties with reading, such as those with dyslexia, those who are learning a language, or people who prefer auditory learning.
  • NVDA (NonVisual Desktop Access) is screen reader software designed to enable blind and visually impaired users to interact with and access computers running the Windows operating system.
  • JAWS (Job Access With Speech) is a screen reader that assists with navigating the login screen on SCC computers.
    • How to Access JAWS in the SCC computing labs
  • OrbitNote enables students and faculty to: annotate PDFs with highlights or drawing markups, utilize text-to-voice tools within a pdf; and support comment text and audio streams.
    • Click here to add the OrbitNote Chrome extension to Google Chrome.
  • Read & Write is a tool designed to assist individuals with reading, writing, studying, and research tasks, particularly those with dyslexia, learning difficulties, or other literacy challenges.
    • Click here to add the Read&Write Chrome extension to Google Chrome.

Check your campus computer lab for specific equipment. You may also order equipment through Accessible Ed & Disability Resources.

PaperCut printing

In collaboration with the PCC Print Center, Information Technology has migrated student print management at PCC to PaperCut starting February 2024. Students are provided a student print credit of $10 per term on their PCC PaperCut accounts.

PaperCut on PCC Chromebooks

To get set up, on your Chromebook click a campus link (below) based on where you want to print to, and then follow the instructions.

• Cascade Library
• Rock Creek Library
• Southeast Library
• Sylvania Library

PaperCut on your personal device

To print in the PCC Student Computing Centers within the Library, you will need to be onsite and connected to PCCWifi. Mobility print will work with Windows, Mac, iOS, Mac OS, Chromebook, and Android devices.

• Cascade Mobility printing app
• Rock Creek Mobility printing app
• Southeast Mobility printing app
• Sylvania Mobility printing app

You will click on the campus that you are at (Above), then the icon that represents your device, or operating system, in order to install the PaperCut printer to your personal device.

Installation steps to print using PaperCut from your personal device

• Android
• Chromebooks
• iOS
• Mac OS
• Windows

PaperCut supporting documents

• PCC student PaperCut General FAQ
• PCC PaperCut: user instructions
• PCC PaperCut: mobility print

Printing Limitations

Please note that our printing services are limited to standard 8.5 x 11-inch white 20 lb copy paper. Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate special requests for different paper colors, sizes, or types.

Additional computing resources

Other computing resources may be found in PCC libraries. Also, many academic departments manage specialized computer labs for students taking their classes.

Requesting software

Faculty chairs and Deans can use the IT Service Request page to access the Classroom Software Request form, allowing faculty to request software in PCC Classrooms and Computer Labs. All software requests must be approved by a faculty department chair or division dean. Software installation only takes place between terms and must be requested by the 5th week of the prior term to ensure enough time for various teams to ensure functionality and accessibility requirements are met.